Everywhere we turn we see infomercials, billboards, magazine ads all showcasing the latest and greatest weight loss product which guarantees to make you thin overnight. Reality is there is no quick fix. In order to lose weight you are going to have to roll up your sleeves and get to work.
Believe In Yourself
One of the most important factors for weight loss is belief in yourself.
Having the belief that you can is just as important as exercising and eating healthier. The chances of you successfully completing a weight loss program without believing strongly that you can are slim to none.
Write down the reasons it is important for you to lose weight. Then set a goal for how much weight you would like to lose and commit to it. Hitting your goal is going to require you to be truly committed to it. No matter how hard it gets you have to be willing to stick to it.
There are going to be times when things become really difficult and you feel like quitting. When those moments hit, find stories about other people who have been successful at losing weight to motivate you. Understand and acknowledge that they also had weak moments but to get where they are they had to keep striving and so do you. Every once in a while you are going to have a bad day. When this happens, acknowledge it but get right back on track working toward your goal.
As time goes on and you begin to see results from your efforts, it will be easier to stay on track.
Drink Water
Water is necessary to keep the body functioning properly.
If you drink water through the day, you will not feel hungry as often because it will give you the sensation of being full.
Once your body is receiving the amount of water that it needs, it will improve digestion and release the excess fluid stored in the cells.
You can also utilize water to help you eat less. Having a glass prior to eating a meal will leave less room in your stomach and therefore cause you to eat less food.
Get Active
Exercise should be a vital part of any weight loss plan. It is possible to lose weight without exercise but in most cases the weight loss is only temporary.
If you havent exercised in a while or flat out dislike exercising, start out with an easy exercise like walking. Taking a brisk walk outside in the evening can be fun and refreshing. Do whatever exercise you want as long as it motivates you to get up off the couch and start moving.
For maximum benefit work out 5 days a week for a minimum of 30 minutes.
When you feel ready for more advanced workouts, aerobic workouts such as Zumba or Hip Hop Abs may be a good choice. These work outs tend to burn a lot of calories, helping you to lose weight and tone up.
Remember exercise is not only key for weight loss but it also helps to improve your overall health.
Eat 5 Or 6 Small Meals Daily
Eating 5 to 6 smaller meals instead of 3 large meals will help you stay full and satisfied all through the day.
Although you are eating more often the goal is still to stay within your allotted amount of calories.
If planning 6 small meals seems difficult, just make 3 meals and split them in half.
Get Enough Rest
When you dont get enough rest it alters the bodys hormone levels. Ghrelin is the hormone that controls hunger. When we are not getting the amount of sleep needed, this hormone increases and so does our desire to snack.
To keep your body functioning at optimal levels you should try and get a minimum of 7 hours sleep each night.
In order to sleep better, avoid drinking caffeine or engaging in exercise a few hours before bed time.
Although simple, these tips can have a positive impact on your weight loss.
Believe In Yourself
One of the most important factors for weight loss is belief in yourself.
Having the belief that you can is just as important as exercising and eating healthier. The chances of you successfully completing a weight loss program without believing strongly that you can are slim to none.
Write down the reasons it is important for you to lose weight. Then set a goal for how much weight you would like to lose and commit to it. Hitting your goal is going to require you to be truly committed to it. No matter how hard it gets you have to be willing to stick to it.
There are going to be times when things become really difficult and you feel like quitting. When those moments hit, find stories about other people who have been successful at losing weight to motivate you. Understand and acknowledge that they also had weak moments but to get where they are they had to keep striving and so do you. Every once in a while you are going to have a bad day. When this happens, acknowledge it but get right back on track working toward your goal.
As time goes on and you begin to see results from your efforts, it will be easier to stay on track.
Drink Water
Water is necessary to keep the body functioning properly.
If you drink water through the day, you will not feel hungry as often because it will give you the sensation of being full.
Once your body is receiving the amount of water that it needs, it will improve digestion and release the excess fluid stored in the cells.
You can also utilize water to help you eat less. Having a glass prior to eating a meal will leave less room in your stomach and therefore cause you to eat less food.
Get Active
Exercise should be a vital part of any weight loss plan. It is possible to lose weight without exercise but in most cases the weight loss is only temporary.
If you havent exercised in a while or flat out dislike exercising, start out with an easy exercise like walking. Taking a brisk walk outside in the evening can be fun and refreshing. Do whatever exercise you want as long as it motivates you to get up off the couch and start moving.
For maximum benefit work out 5 days a week for a minimum of 30 minutes.
When you feel ready for more advanced workouts, aerobic workouts such as Zumba or Hip Hop Abs may be a good choice. These work outs tend to burn a lot of calories, helping you to lose weight and tone up.
Remember exercise is not only key for weight loss but it also helps to improve your overall health.
Eat 5 Or 6 Small Meals Daily
Eating 5 to 6 smaller meals instead of 3 large meals will help you stay full and satisfied all through the day.
Although you are eating more often the goal is still to stay within your allotted amount of calories.
If planning 6 small meals seems difficult, just make 3 meals and split them in half.
Get Enough Rest
When you dont get enough rest it alters the bodys hormone levels. Ghrelin is the hormone that controls hunger. When we are not getting the amount of sleep needed, this hormone increases and so does our desire to snack.
To keep your body functioning at optimal levels you should try and get a minimum of 7 hours sleep each night.
In order to sleep better, avoid drinking caffeine or engaging in exercise a few hours before bed time.
Although simple, these tips can have a positive impact on your weight loss.
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